Machu Picchu. Inca ruins. Stunning Cathedrals. These are just a few of the architectural and cultural marvels that one expects to see in the magnificent country of Peru. In fact, no matter where one travels in Peru, one is greeted by new wonders that never cease to amaze. For I found in short order that [...]

Exhausted from a long day of hiking and exploring the city of Cusco, I slumped lifelessly into our booth at Don Mercelo’s corner pizzeria, too tired to move, too hungry to eat. I dutifully leafed through the menu before tossing it aside, unimpressed. “You know, I could really just go for an Inca Kola right [...]

My list is in the blue notebook, toward the back, hidden, and written in short-hand to avoid potential embarassment should I accidentally leave it in the back seat of a rental car again. Admit it. You have one, too. You may not go to such great lengths as I to conceal it — you may [...]